Park Attendant I

STARTING PAY: $15.00/hr

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR THE CITY OF BROOKSVILLE:

20 days of PTO for the first year (unutilized hours roll over) and accrual increases with years of service

12 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays

Flexible scheduling for participating departments

Florida Retirement System Pension and Investment Plan

Employer paid health coverage

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 a year!

JOB SUMMARY/OVERVIEW OF THE POSITION: This position is responsible for assisting in the maintenance and/or repair of City parks and other facilities utilizing manual and semi-skilled tasks and/or various types of specialized equipment. Work is reviewed through personal inspection and observation of compliance with established work guidelines and schedules by the Supervisor. May be scheduled nights, weekends and Holidays, and subject to call out. This position is supervised by the Parks Attendant II.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Conduct park patrols and general inspections to ensure the public's safety.
• Prepares park facilities for programs and events; ensures that facilities are set up properly and there are enough supplies;
• Assists with community service workers;
• Assist people with rental contracts and room set-ups.
• Performs opening and closing procedures at various park and facility locations;
• Collects and disposes of trash and debris on City Park property;
• Assists with athletic field preparation and maintenance;
• Assist with community-based organizations when using city parks and facilities.
• Cleans restrooms and replenishes supplies;
• Moves and arranges furniture and equipment as required;
• Reports any repairs required for safety or security reasons; Acts as a liaison for ongoing activities;
• Assist basic maintenance repairs on the building;
• Lifts, moves, and places heavy picnic tables and benches at various park locations;
• Keep the walking track/courts/fields/playgrounds/facilities/ gyms clean, including trash pickup, sweeping/mopping areas if needed;
• Assists people in the park with questions and concerns; Communicates park rules and regulations.
• Must communicate and work with all patrons (players, coaches, parents/guardians, co-workers and administration);
• Financial Responsibilities: Accountable for inventory/property management; and make recommendations that impact the budget.
• Performs other related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Equipment: Small Tools (i.e., wrenches, screwdrivers, pitchfork, shovel, etc.), Carpentry Tools (i.e., screwdrivers, skill saw, etc.), vehicle, tractors, runabouts, pesticide/herbicide spray equipment, push mowers, gas trimmers, and gas blowers.
• Skills & Expertise:
  • Ability to follow directions, perform assigned duties timely and effectively while working carefully and complying with safety rules. Knowledge of operational characteristics of assigned equipment and of safe handling techniques and related occupational hazards. Skill in the operation of assigned equipment.
  • Ability to work under extreme adverse weather conditions.
  • Ability to physically lift and load 45 lbs. into assigned garbage and trash collection equipment.
  • Ability to project and maintain a good public image, provide excellent customer service to the public, ability to deal courteously and efficiently and interact effectively with public, coworkers and supervisor.
  • Ability to follow directions and complete assignments accurately and on time.
  • Willingness and ability to exercise sound judgment and perform at an acceptable level of efficiency and productivity.
  • Actively support the Departments and the City’s goals, programs, and objectives.
  • Ability to work independently and confidentially without close supervision.
  • Ability to read, comprehend, implement, and complete written and/or oral directions in English. • Ability to maintain an acceptable attendance record.
  • Willingness and ability to comply with the City’s regulations and procedures.
  • Must maintain an acceptable driving record and be insurable by the City’s insurance carrier.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS LISTED AS FOLLOWS:

PHYSICAL SKILLS: Use of both arms, legs, and hands with majority of fingers, good vision (with corrective device), good hearing (with corrective device), ability to lift and load 45lbs, walking, standing, crawling, squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing, balancing, climbing, and stooping.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: High School Diploma or Equivalent. Two (2) years of experience working as a Park Attendant I or like position and two (2) years experience with landscape and turf management. Licensed Certification or Registration: Valid Florida Driver’s License and be insurable by the City’s current insurance carrier. Must be able to be certified/or already certified as a Public Applicator by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services to purchase and use restricted pesticides pursuant to Chapter 487 of Florida Statutes within six (6) months of employment. Certification allows for a potential pay increase.

ADA STATEMENT: A qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE: City of Brooksville is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida law.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE: Under Section 295.07, F.S., Chapter SSA-7, City of Brooksville provides to Veterans, that preference in appointment will be given to preference-eligible applicants.

Salary : $5,250